The Elkton City Council met in regular session on Monday, January 8, 2007 with Mayor Nancy T. Camp presiding.

City Council members present: Doug Gibson; Eugene Jefferson; Danny Laster; David Powell; and, Cindy Sidebottom.

Others present: City Clerk/Treasurer Laura Brock; City Attorney John P. Kirkham; Utility Superintendent Terry Frogue; Police Chief Bruce Marklin; Fire Chief Larry Threlkel; Donnie Owens, Natural Resource Conservation District; Mike McGhee, McGhee Engineering; C.C. Kennedy, Todd County Standard; Jerry Simmons; Watson Ricchuite; Debbie Laster; Sarah Craig, Silver Triangle Main Street; and Jimmy Scott.

Mayor Camp called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM. Mr. Jefferson led the invocation and following Mrs. Camp led the Pledge of Allegiance.

After brief discussion, Mr. Powell motioned to amend the agenda to include the resignation of council member Billy Stokes. Motion seconded by Mr. Jefferson and carried unanimously. Mrs. Camp informed the Council she received the resignation of council member Billy Stokes. After brief discussion, Mrs. Sidebottom motioned to accept the resignation and seconded by Mr. Powell. Motion carried unanimously.

Mr. Jefferson motioned to amend the agenda to include the appointment of a council member to replace Mr. Stokes. Motion seconded by Mr. Laster and carried unanimously. Mrs. Camp distributed a list of people who have expressed an interest in being appointed to the City Council. Mr. Laster motioned to appoint Robin Snardon to the vacant council member position. Motion seconded by Mr. Jefferson and carried unanimously. Mr. Laster left the council chambers and asked Mrs. Snardon to enter the meeting. Clerk Brock administered the oath to Robin Snardon and she took her seat at the meeting table. Mrs. Camp and other council members welcomed Mrs. Snardon.

Clerk Brock briefly reviewed the previous council meeting minutes, bills payable and financial reports with the council members. After brief discussion, Mr. Powell motioned to approve the minutes of the December 11, 2006 and December 12, 2006 council meetings, bills payable and financial reports. Motion seconded by Mr. Jefferson and carried unanimously.

Mayor Camp introduced Mike McGhee to the Council. Mr. McGhee updated the Council on the Waste Water Project, which is set to begin after a preconstruction conference that will be held in the next few weeks.

Mrs. Camp introduced Donnie Owens of Natural Resources Conservation District, who will be project manager for the Elk Fork Creek Debris Removal Project. Mr. Owens explained all work would be reviewed by him and must be done according to strict specifications. The council reviewed the bids that were received on December 22, 2006:

Ricchuite Enterprises $ 19,600.00

Three Rivers Contracting $ 55,500.00

Stratton Excavation, LLC $ 17,000.00

Elgin Logging and Trucking $ 24,795.00

The Council discussed using a local contractor for the project. After discussion, Mr. Jefferson motioned to accept the bid and contract with Ricchuite Enterprises for the Creek Project. Motion seconded by Mr. Powell and carried unanimously.

Clerk Brock read second reading of Ordinance 2006-7, "AN ORDINANCE ENACTING AND ADOPTING A SUPPLEMENT TO THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF ELKTON, KENTUCKY." Mr. Jefferson motioned to adopt after second reading and seconded by Mr. Powell. Motion carried unanimously by show of hands.

Clerk Brock presented a recommendation from the Planning Commission to make changes to the Street Construction Specifications. After reviewing the changes, Mr. Gibson motioned to approve the recommendation and to adopt Municipal Order 2007-1, "MUNICIPAL ORDER ADOPTING CHANGES TO THE CITY OF ELKTON STREET CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS." Motion seconded by Mr. Laster and carried unanimously.

Mrs. Camp stated that she is still searching for people to serve on the Planning Commission and the Recreation Commission.

Mayor Camp informed the Council a city representative needed to be appointed to the Logan-Todd Regional Water Commission. Mrs. Camp said she would like to serve in this position. Mr. Laster motioned to appoint Nancy Camp to the Logan-Todd Regional Water Commission Board. Motion seconded by Mr. Jefferson and carried unanimously.

Mayor Camp introduced Sarah Craig, Main Street Executive Director. Mrs. Craig informed the Council she is in the process of completing the City’s application for recertification in the Kentucky Renaissance on Main Program. As a part of the application, the City has to commit to supporting the program for the year 2007. Resolution 2007-1, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELKTON, KENTUCKY DECLARING THE INTENT OF THE LEGISLATIVE BODY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE KENTUCKY MAIN STREET PROGRAM AND SUPPORT SILVER TRIANGLE MAIN STREET FOR THE YEAR 2007" was presented to the Council. After brief discussion, Mrs. Sidebottom motioned to adopt Resolution 2007-1 and seconded by Mr. Gibson. Motion carried unanimously.

Mrs. Craig informed the Council that Transportation Enhancement funding intent applications are now being accepted. This funding is available to the City for landscape projects such as new sidewalks, utility line burial and historic lighting. Mayor Camp, Sarah Craig and Clerk Brock met to discuss the project and all decided the City should apply for enough funding to complete the sidewalks around Public Square. The budget for this project is estimated to be a total of $375,000, with the City’s portion of the project being $75,000. Resolution 2007-2, "RESOLUTION SUPPORTING AND APPROVING APPLICATION FOR TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENT FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $300,000. After brief discussion, Mr. Jefferson motioned to adopt Resolution 2007-2 and seconded by Mr. Laster. Motion carried unanimously.

Mrs. Craig informed the Council the Main Street Board would be attending a retreat this weekend in order to review goals and objectives for the future.

Clerk Brock informed the Council that Logan-Todd Regional Water Commission is expected to raise their wholesale water rate in the next few weeks. The City is currently paying $2.91 per thousand gallons and the rate is expected to increase to $3.31 per thousand gallons. Therefore, the City will more than likely need to increase our water rates at the next council meeting.

Clerk Brock presented an agreement between the City and Silver Triangle Main Street for FY 2007 for the contribution of $6,400. After brief discussion, Mr. Laster motioned to enter into the agreement and seconded by Mrs. Sidebottom. Motion carried unanimously.

COUNCIL REPORTS

Mr. Jefferson called for a report from Chief Marklin, who reviewed activity in the police department for the month of December. Also, Chief Marklin reported the 1999 Ford police cruiser needs to be replaced a soon as possible. Chief Marklin reported a new 2007 Ford cruiser could be purchased on State contract for $20,302. There is also an option to purchase the vehicle over three to four years. After discussion, Mr. Jefferson motioned to purchase the new 2007 Ford Crown Victoria at the state contract price of $20,302. Motion seconded by Mrs. Sidebottom and carried unanimously.

Mr. Laster reported another big leak was repaired on Murrey Court. Also, a flush of the city water system will be scheduled soon.

Mr. Powell questioned when the Logan-Todd Regional Water rate increase would go into effect. Clerk Brock stated she understood it would be in effect February 1^st.

MAYOR’S REPORT

Mayor Camp reported the Kentucky Changers would be accepting application to do home improvements in the City. This is a religious organization that only requires the home owner purchase the materials.

Mayor Camp made the following Council appointments:

Fire Department – David Powell

Cemetery – Cindy Sidebottom

Streets – Doug Gibson

Water and Sewer – Danny Laster

Police – Eugene Jefferson

Recreation Commission – Robin Snardon

Mayor Camp reported there will be a Martin Luther King Celebration on Sunday, January 14^th at the High School Auditorium. Representative Jodi Richards will speak at the ceremony.

Mr. Jefferson motioned to adjourn and seconded by Mr. Powell and meeting adjourned at 7:50 PM.